--- product_id: 474224513 title: "Akai Professional LPD8 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 8 RGB MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Knobs, Universal DAW Compatibility, for Music Producers and Beat Makers" brand: "akai professional" price: "SAR 311" currency: SAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/474224513-akai-professional-lpd8-usb-midi-pad-controller-8-rgb-mpc store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Plug-and-play USB powered, universal DAW compatibility 8 assignable Q-Link knobs 8 RGB-backlit velocity-sensitive MPC pads Akai Professional LPD8 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 8 RGB MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Knobs, Universal DAW Compatibility, for Music Producers and Beat Makers **Brand:** akai professional **Price:** SAR 311 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Beat like a pro, wherever inspiration strikes! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Akai Professional LPD8 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 8 RGB MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Knobs, Universal DAW Compatibility, for Music Producers and Beat Makers by akai professional - **How much does it cost?** SAR 311 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/474224513-akai-professional-lpd8-usb-midi-pad-controller-8-rgb-mpc) ## Best For - akai professional enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted akai professional brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Seamless Control:** 8 assignable Q-Link knobs let you map and tweak DAW parameters, instruments, and effects with intuitive hands-on precision. - β€’ **Plug & Play Anywhere:** USB-powered with zero driver hassle, compatible with all major DAWs on Mac and PC for instant creative flow. - β€’ **Customizable Workflow:** Save and recall up to 4 preset mappings to switch effortlessly between production tasks and software setups. - β€’ **Studio-Ready Portability:** Slim, lightweight, and robust design fits perfectly in your laptop bagβ€”create beats anytime, anywhere. - β€’ **Precision at Your Fingertips:** 8 velocity-sensitive RGB MPC pads deliver tactile, expressive beat making with vibrant visual feedback. ## Overview The Akai Professional LPD8 MK2 is a compact USB MIDI pad controller featuring 8 velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads and 8 assignable Q-Link knobs. Designed for seamless integration with all major DAWs on Mac and PC, it offers plug-and-play USB connectivity with no driver installation required. Its portable, durable design and customizable preset slots make it an essential tool for music producers, DJs, and beat makers seeking hands-on control and creative flexibility on the go. ## Description With 5 decades of experience, Akai Professional continues to empower music creators with the innovative technology needed to make inspiring music. The Akai Professional MIDI Production Center (MPC) pattern-based devices revolutionized music creation around the world. Now alongside the next generation of standalone MPC, we lead the way with world-class hardware controllers, software DAWs, plugin instruments, and insert effects products. Trigger samples and virtual instruments or dial-in parameters with the assignable Q-Link knobs. Get hands-on with your music using LPD8 and eliminate the limitations of click-and-draw production. Customize LPD8 with your own preferences for pads, knobs, MIDI CC, and more. Save your settings for quick recall between tasks to easily jump from making beats to mixing your tracks. LPD8 works with a wide variety of popular USB MIDI-based DAW platforms. Plug-in and produce with class-compliant connectivity, which means zero downtime installing drivers or updates. LPD8 is the MIDI pad controller that keeps up with your creativity and your on-the-go lifestyle. Slide the sleek controller into your bag for quick access whenever inspiration strikes. MPC Beats features three inspirational plugins with all the sounds for modern music production and composition, ready for you to compose the most unique and creative melodies or sound designs. Whether you're adding excitement to an arrangement or finalizing a mix, MPC Beats has a full suite of insert effects from AIR Music Tech. Make your music shine with equalizers, compressors, and more. Build your songs with the iconic MPC sequencing workflow. Spend your time capturing your inspiration in real-time without the interruption of navigating multiple windows or menus. The legend of the MPC experience is the dynamic sample engine. Chop and trim audio loops or samples then process and manipulate in a near infinite amount of ways. Dive into thousands of drum samples, loops, and instrument presets in the bundled MPC Beats library. Choose from audio files, project templates, or song demos to get your next hit record started. ## Features - Beat Maker Essential - 33cm pad controller for music production with 8 RGB-backlit responsive MPC drum pads (same as MPC X) for triggering samples, loops, virtual instruments, and more - Hands-On Control - 8 assignable Q-Link knobs for seamless mapping to DAW parameters, software instruments, and insert effect plugins for tactile control and precise mixing - Customized Production - 4 programmable preset slots for instant recall of mappings for DAWs, virtual instruments, effects and more; Create, edit, load and manage all your presets from the computer - Portable Design, Robust Build - Lightweight beat maker that adopts the sturdy build of standalone MPCs; The slim-line design stows easily in a laptop bag for hands-on production capability everywhere - Versatile Performance - The Laptop Pad Controller is perfect for musicians, producers, DJs and other music creators on the go; The sleek design fits right in alongside your studio equipment - Effortless Setup - With a full-size USB-powered jack, the LPD8 works plug-and-play with Mac or PC and requires no software driver installation or AC power adapters for operation - Universal DAW Compatibility - Works with all popular applications including GarageBand, Logic, Studio One, Cubase, Ableton Live, ProTools, FL Studio, Adobe Audition, and more ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0BF9MN8R2 | | Best Sellers Rank | 5,050 in Musical Instruments & DJ (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ) 32 in MIDI Controller | | Brand Name | Akai Professional | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connector Type | USB | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | Percussion Controller | | Country Of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (720) 4.3 out of 5 stars | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00694318025567 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | Intel x86-64 or Apple M1 | | Human Interface Input | Buttons, Dial | | Included Components | LPD8 MK2, Quickstart Guide, USB Cable, Security and Warranty Manual, Software Download Card | | Instrument | Drum | | Instrument Key | Any | | Item Dimensions D X W X H | 30.8D x 7.9W x 3.2H centimetres | | Item Highlight | 8 RGB MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Knobs, Universal DAW Compatibility, for Music Producers and Beat Makers | | Item Type Name | AKAI Professional LPD8 - USB MIDI Controller with 8 Responsive MPC Drum Pads for Mac and PC, 8 Assignable Knobs and Music Production Software | | Item Weight | 0.4 Kilograms | | Keyboard Description | Pad and Knob Controller with 8 velocity-sensitive RGB-backlit MPC pads and 8 rotary controls | | Manufacturer | inMusic Europe Limited | | Manufacturer Part Number | LPD8MK2 | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | LPD8 MK2 | | Model Number | LPD8 MK2 | | Model Year | 2022 | | Noise Control | None | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Number Of Keys | 8 | | Platform | Mac, Windows | | Product Style | Pad Controller Only | | Product Warranty | 12 months manufacturer. | | Size | LPD8 | | Special Features | MPC drum pads, Portable, USB powered, assignable knobs, production software included | | Supported Software | GarageBand | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Upc | 694318025567 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Akai Professional - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Model name:** LPD8 MK2 - **Number of keys:** 8 - **Special feature:** MPC drum pads, Portable, USB powered, assignable knobs, production software included ## Images ![Akai Professional LPD8 USB MIDI Pad Controller | 8 RGB MPC Drum Pads, 8 Assignable Knobs, Universal DAW Compatibility, for Music Producers and Beat Makers - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71N4t7UF6hL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Colour Name** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: What free software does this work with on Windows?** A: This keyboard works fine with windows 10 ( no drivers needed) and You can download software from the LPK25 website. **Q: Does this work on FL Studio?** A: Yes, I bought mines and plugged it in and it worked. Had to select the midi instrument but that's easy to find. If you don't know how to do it, YouTube does good tutorials **Q: Do I need to order a Apple iPad Camera Connection Kit for this to work with an IPAD?** A: USB camera adapter for just over Β£12 lets me connect the UNO Synth and I had a go at using it as a controller for Syntronic and it worked a treat. So being able to do that it told me I did not have to buy the expensive IRig 2. I also tried it with a soft synth on the iPad and it worked. **Q: does this work with garageband?** A: Miss L. Spencer, yes it does! The keys are a bit small, but it works just fine. Have fun with it! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Its a basic Programmable controller *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 21 July 2026* Good Quality compact controller, USB B can fail over time, shame it comes with no midi feedback. Versatile as it has dials and buttons. Wish you could lock buttons, ok value for money. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Use it as an additional controller for DJing *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 10 May 2024* Really good quality. I use it as dedicated controller for Ableton LINK when I work with Traktor Pro 3 or FX panel when I use Djay Pro with Traktor S3 controller. It works pretty well. You can really easy to map it in Ableton, Traktor, Djay Pro and another software that support midi mapping. I think you can achieve absolutely any worflow that you need. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awkward software, annoying setup *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 4 October 2022* As per usual, Akai are useless at software distribution. You have to download a piece of software and install it and run that piece of software to download the software you actually need to be able to customise the pads, programs and colours. The included music making software is trash they call award winning lol. Oh and whilst I’m at it all current MPCs are just crappy sub-laptop level computers with a horrible touch interface. They still have the best pads, tho, which is why I sold my MPC One and replaced it with this. The LPD8 is solidly built, compact and easy to use once you’ve gotten past the aforementioned software shenanigans. Four stars for the hardware - one star for the software ## Frequently Bought Together - AKAI Professional LPD8 - USB MIDI Controller with 8 Responsive RGB MPC Drum Pads for Mac and PC, 8 Assignable Knobs and Music Production Software - LTGEM Hard Case for AKAI Professional LPD8 USB MIDI Controller(New Model), Inside: 13.3x"3.3"x2", Black+Red - AKAI Professional LPK25 - USB MIDI Keyboard Controller with 25 Responsive Synth Keys for Mac and PC, Arpeggiator and Music Production Software,black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/474224513-akai-professional-lpd8-usb-midi-pad-controller-8-rgb-mpc](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/474224513-akai-professional-lpd8-usb-midi-pad-controller-8-rgb-mpc) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-09-11*